Definition
The chamber of a legislative body where actual debate and voting happens, as opposed to committees or backrooms where the real dealing occurs. The political stage.
Example Usage
The bill was brought to the floor for a vote after committee approval.
Origin
From the literal floor of the chamber where legislators stand to speak
Fun Fact
Senators are technically never supposed to leave the floor during votes, but they obviously do via 'bathroom breaks'
Source: Legislative chamber terminology
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